I don't think she was making a play for Brady. I think she just flirts and doesn't even realize she does it. It's how she managed to get by while on her own in Paris.

I also think she wanted to get Phil's attention. Do I think she's in love with Phil? No. But I do think she's interested, not obsessed. But definitly crushing.

And compared to some of the things the previous younger generations have done, Melanie's don't come close and yet she's taking a great amount of heat.

It's not her fault Nick went bonkers. She hasn't broken up any marriages or accidently caused anyone to die. As much as Stephanie wants to blame Melanie for her and Max's breaking up, it's not Melanie's fault.